Clontarf Classic Blend has been rebranded and upgraded to Clontarf 1014, named now in honor of one of Ireland’s most famous battles (the Battle of Clontarf, as it were) — and released just in time for a 1,000-year anniversary.

As for the whiskey, nothing seems to have changed since the old version. My notes — light body, honey, light malt notes, nougat — are largely the same as when I last reviewed Clontarf, although this time around I’m feeling some clear citrus character. Short finish, mild sweetness. Bit of heat on the back end, but overall it’s a really easygoing whiskey, even for Irish.

Sure to be huge 3 years from now!

80 proof.

B+ (same as the old) / $24  [BUY IT NOW FROM CASKERS]

Clontarf 1014 Irish Whiskey (2011)

$24

8.5

Rating

8.5/10

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